Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, operated under the Health and Family Welfare Department, is playing a special role in providing better health facilities to needy families. In this series, Mrs. Dhama Bai Kosaria, resident of village Pilwapali of Mahasamund district, received free treatment for a serious leg wound under the scheme, which gave her relief from pain and discomfort. So far, Ayushman cards of 10 lakh 54 thousand 744 beneficiaries have been made in the district, which is about 95.4 percent of the target set. At the same time, 31 thousand 283 Ayushman Vaya Vandan cards have also been made towards providing health security to senior citizens.
Mrs. Dhama Bai Kosaria had a serious wound on her leg, making it difficult to walk. The wound caused pain and discomfort. Her family was also concerned about the cost of treatment. After an examination and medical consultation at the health center, she was admitted to the hospital and provided treatment. She received free treatment for six consecutive days under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY). During this period, she received essential medications, dressings, and medical supervision. After proper treatment, Mrs. Dhama Bai Kosaria’s leg wound improved significantly. The pain and discomfort were relieved, and her normal activities also improved. The free treatment provided through the scheme relieved her family of the financial burden of treatment.
Mrs. Dhama Bai Kosaria became emotional and said, “I was experiencing a lot of discomfort due to a wound on my leg. I was hospitalized for six days and received treatment. My treatment was free under the Ayushman Yojana, which saved my family the financial burden of treatment. The doctors and hospital staff provided excellent care. I am very grateful for the Ayushman Yojana.”
The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AAY) helps eligible beneficiaries access cashless treatment at empanelled hospitals as per the scheme’s provisions. This scheme is playing a vital role in facilitating access to healthcare services for economically disadvantaged families and reducing the financial burden during times of illness.